Nevada County Launches “Need for Speed” Broadband SurveyNevada County invites all residents and businesses to participate in a new survey that will assess high-speed internet (or “broadband”) availability and reliability across the County. The results of the survey will help the County prioritize new broadband projects, apply for funding, and advocate to elected officials and state regulators.
“We need a precise snapshot of internet access in Nevada County. We know there is a need out there. Now we are asking for the public’s help to get an accurate picture of where the gaps in service are,” says Nevada County Board of Supervisors Chair Sue Hoek.
The survey, at www.mynevadacounty.com/broadband, takes less than 5 minutes to fill out and is available in both English and Spanish. Respondents who have internet access will be prompted to test their internet speed and provide the results. Those with slow speeds or no available internet at all are especially encouraged to participate.
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Free Storm Green Waste Disposal Event Continues This WeekendNevada County is contracting with the Fire Safe Council to offer free storm-related green waste disposal to Nevada County residents for three extended weekends this spring. Over 2,000 loads of green waste was collected in the first weekend, and two weekends are left.
This disposal program is designed to help homeowners address the storm debris, like tree trunks and branches, on their properties in advance of fire season. The community green waste drop-off events will be available from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 12625 Brunswick Rd, Grass Valley, on the following days: - March 25th, 26th & 27th
- April 8th, 9th & 10th
“Understanding what you need to clean up is the first step and the best way to get started. People make the mistake of thinking it can all be done effectively in one weekend. It is best done with some planning to help your time and money go the farthest,” says Office of Emergency Services (OES) Program Manager, Paul Cummings.
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YubaNet: Getting Ready for Peak Fire Season – Plan and Practice with Your KidsAs a parent you want to keep your kids safe from any harm and preparing for wildfire is part of protecting them. Talk to them about the family emergency plan and enlist their help if possible. Let’s face it, many kids know more about apps and texting than their parents…
You are the best judge if your child is ready to participate in packing their own Go Bag. Ask them which item is an absolute “must have” in their emergency kit, after you discuss what the kit is for and why you are preparing now for a possible wildfire.
Your kids should have the family communications plan and all important phone numbers with them at all times.
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Nevada County Celebrates Annual Employee Service AwardsOn Tuesday, March 22nd, the Board of Supervisors honored 86 employees, with a combined service of 940 years, who have served between 5 and 25 years at Nevada County.
"Our County team does amazing work. We've seen how staff shifted and worked through COVID, wildfires, and storm events to serve our community," said Board of Supervisors Chair Sue Hoek. "Thank you for always bringing your innovation and passion for what you do."
"I'm so proud of our County team who work every day to help others and improve our community. Congratulations, and thank you, to the employees who were recognized for their time with our Nevada County team," added Alison Lehman, County Executive Officer. Alison was also recognized during the presentation for her 20 years of service with Nevada County.
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Assistant Nevada County Clerk-Recorder Honored with the EVN Public Service for Improved Elections Award On March 17, 2022, the Election Verification Network (EVN) presented Natalie Adona, Assistant Nevada County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters, with its annual Public Service for Improved Elections award in Washington, DC. EVN is a national nonprofit organization of elections experts that support and maintain voting that is accessible, private, reliable, and secure; as well as elections that are transparent, accurate, and verifiable.
Natalie was honored for her efforts to raise awareness around the harassment, intimidation, and threats against election officials. She was also recognized for her work pioneering survey research on better understanding local election officials and the challenges they face administering elections. In her speech, Natalie emphasized the passion and dedication that election officials have for their jobs and expressed hope for a bright future that includes election officials, advocates, and the public.
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Better Together Nevada County at Power of the Purse FundraiserNevada County Board of Supervisors Chair, Sue Hoek and County staff from the CEO’s office joined community leaders, stakeholders and volunteers at the “Power of the Purse” fundraiser benefiting Bright Futures for Youth (BFFY).
Nevada County is grateful to all the non-profits who address homelessness and serve vulnerable youth in our community, especially during the pandemic response. It was wonderful to hear BFFY's kudos for County partnerships and enjoy an afternoon of smiling faces. This was truly a celebration of the spirit of “Better Together” BetterTogetherNevadaCounty.org in action. Thank you to Jenn Singer and her team for their continued collaboration and leadership.
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Help Improve the Health of the Tahoe-Truckee Community: Community Engagement and Health SurveyThe Community Collaborative of Tahoe Truckee (CCTT) requests resident participation in
a confidential survey to measure local quality of life, community engagement, and behavioral health needs. The survey is open now until April 3, 2022 and the results will help local organizations develop programs to better address the health needs of our community members.
The survey can be found by following the links below or at ttcf.net. CCTT is also partnering with the national research firm PRC to conduct 400 phone surveys in the region between March and April. Households will be selected at random, and the survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete.
“Taking this survey is a quick and simple way that all of us, as a community, can participate in making our region better. We know that the past two years have been a struggle for our community, but with accurate data we can better inform funding and planning processes to improve the overall health of this region,” said Alison Schwedner, Director of the Community Collaborative.
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Job Openings at Nevada County: Public Health NurseNevada County employs approximately 800 employees covering a full range of services and positions, from accountants to wastewater treatment system operators. In Nevada County, quality of life comes first. It is the only rural California county with two designated Cultural Arts Districts and is known for its abundance of outdoor recreational activities.
Nevada County's Health & Human Services Agency is currently seeking a Public Health Nurse to act as a Foster Care Nurse. This Public Health Nurse is assigned to Child Welfare Services and serves children in foster care and other families being served by this division of Social Services. This Public Health Nurse will be tasked with providing case management and maintenance of the Health and Education Passport, home visits incorporating developmental and safety assessments, medical support and liaison for social workers, and collaboration with community partners.
This is a full-time, fully benefited position. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, an FSA (flexible spending account), and a deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options. Flexible schedules and telework options are also available!
Find out more information about this position online. Have a question? Contact Human Resources by calling (530) 265-7010 and selecting option 2.
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